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Page 1: User Information
DECpc AXP 150 and DEC 2000 Model 300 AXP User Information Order Number: EK-A0634-OM.001 July 1993 This guide describes how to operate the DECpc AXP 150 and DEC 2000 Model 300 AXP systems. Revision Information: This is a new manual. Digital Equipment Corporation... - Page 2 The postpaid Reader’s Comments forms at the end of this document request your critical evaluation to assist in preparing future documentation. The following are trademarks of Digital Equipment Corporation: Alpha AXP, AXP, DEC, DECchip 21064, DECconnect, DECpc, Digital, OpenVMS, RRD42, RX, RZ, ThinWire, VAX DOCUMENT, the Alpha AXP logo, and the DIGITAL logo.
- Page 3 FCC Notice: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. Any changes or modifications made to this equipment may void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
- Page 4 Für Bundesrepublik Deutschland For Federal Republic of Germany Pour la République féderale d’Allemagne BESCHEINIGUNG DES HERSTELLERS/IMPORTEURS Dieses Gerät ist in Übereinstimmung mit den Bestimmungen der BMPT Vfg.243/1991 und Vfg.46/1992 in Verbindung mit EN55022:1987 (DIN VDE 0878-3:11.89), oder Vfg.1046/1984 mit Vfg. 483/1986, funkentstört. Es trägt als Nachweis der EMV-Konformität entweder eine Konformitätskennzeichnung oder das freiwillige VDE-Funkschutzzeichen.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Contents Preface ........... . . 1 System Description Introduction . - Page 6 Ordering Information ....... 1–12 Storage Options Illustration ......1–13 Internal Options, continued .
- Page 7 Windows NT Firmware Power-Up Test Displays ... . . 2–10 Summary ........2–10 Power-Up Test Display Differences .
- Page 8 Summary ........3–6 Caddy Insertion Procedure .
- Page 9 If Errors Occur ........4–6 Controls and LEDs Illustration .
- Page 10 Summary ........5–12 Handling and Storing Compact Discs .
- Page 11 A Associated and Related Documents Associated Documents ......A–1 Factory Installed Software (FIS) Documentation ..A–1 Related Documents .
- Page 12 4–2 Inserting and Removing a Cassette Tape ....4–5 TZK10 Eject Button and LED ......4–3 4–7 4–4...
- Page 13 5–1 QIC Tape Compatibility ......5–2 QIC Tape Write-Protect Switch Positions ....5–2 5–4 5–3...
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Page 15: Preface
Preface Purpose of This This manual describes how to operate the DECpc™ AXP™ 150 Manual and the DEC™ 2000 Model 3000 AXP systems. It contains information on software storage devices, connecting the system to a network, and connecting hardware options to the system. Audience This manual is intended for anyone using the systems. - Page 16 • The glossary defines some of the technical terms used in this manual. Additional See Appendix A for the list of associated and related documents. Information Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual: Convention Description Text displayed on the screen is shown in monospace monospace type.
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Page 17: System Description
System Description Introduction The DECpc AXP 150 and DEC 2000 Model 300 AXP systems are high-performance systems with an architecture designed to run a variety of operating systems. This chapter describes these systems. Note The DECpc AXP 150 and DEC 2000 Model 300 AXP systems use the same enclosure and basic system components. -
Page 18: Operating System Support
Model 300 AXP System (OpenVMS) DEC OSF/1® AXP Operating System (OSF/1) Visual Display The DECpc AXP 150 and DEC 2000 Model 300 AXP systems use Unit different visual display units, as follows: • The DECpc AXP 150 uses a PC-standard monitor. -
Page 19: Client/Server Use
Client/Server Use Client/Server Use This section describes the different uses to which you can put Summary these systems, depending on whether it is a client system or a server system. Client systems use the Windows NT operating system. You can Client Systems use a client system for the following tasks: •... -
Page 20: System Features
System Features System Features This section describes the features provided by the system. Summary System Table 1–2 lists the features of the system. Features Table 1–2 System Features Feature Description 64-bit Alpha AXP The 64-bit architecture provides significant RISC architecture performance advantages over 32-bit architectures, especially in the areas of memory and cache bandwidth. - Page 21 System Features Table 1–2 (Cont.) System Features Feature Description Factory installed The system disk, if installed, contains software (FIS) the operating system that you ordered. FIS software saves you time when installing the system, because you can boot the operating system directly from the system disk, without having to spend time installing it.
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Page 22: Summary
Front Panel Controls and Indicators Front Panel Controls and Indicators This section describes the controls and indicators located on the Summary system unit front panel. Controls and Table 1–3 lists the controls and indicators on the front panel of the system unit and describes their function. Indicators Table 1–3 Front Panel Controls and Indicators Control or Indicator... -
Page 23: Front Panel Controls And Indicators
Front Panel Controls and Indicators Front Panel Figure 1–1 shows the location of the controls and indicators on Illustration the front panel of the system unit. Figure 1–1 Front Panel Controls and Indicators GA_EN00294A_93A System Description 1–7... -
Page 24: Back Panel Ports And Connectors
Back Panel Ports and Connectors Back Panel Ports and Connectors This section describes the ports and connectors located on the Summary system unit back panel. Ports and Table 1–4 lists the ports and connectors on the back panel of the Connectors system unit and describes their function. -
Page 25: Back Panel Ports And Connectors
Back Panel Ports and Connectors Ports and Figure 1–2 shows the location of the ports and connectors on the Connectors back panel of the system unit. Illustration Figure 1–2 Back Panel Ports and Connectors GA_EN00295A_93A System Description 1–9... -
Page 26: Back Panel Controls And Indicators
Back Panel Controls and Indicators Back Panel Controls and Indicators This section describes the controls and indicators located on the Summary system unit back panel. Controls and Table 1–5 lists the controls and indicators on the back panel of the system unit and describes their function. Indicators Table 1–5 Back Panel Controls and Indicators Control or Indicator... -
Page 27: Back Panel Controls And Indicators
Back Panel Controls and Indicators Figure 1–3 shows the location of the controls and indicators on Controls and Indicators the back panel of the system unit. Illustration Figure 1–3 Back Panel Controls and Indicators GA_EN00342A_93A System Description 1–11... -
Page 28: Internal Options
Note When ordering internal options, it is important that you specify the system type and operating system. Not all of the options are supported by both the DECpc AXP 150 and the DEC 2000 Model 3000 systems. 1–12 System Description... -
Page 29: Supported Internal Storage Options
Internal Options Figure 1–4 shows the supported internal storage options. Storage Options Illustration Figure 1–4 Supported Internal Storage Options GA_EN00291A_93A System Description 1–13... -
Page 30: Internal Options, Continued
Note When ordering internal options, it is important that you specify the system type and operating system. Not all of the options are supported by both the DECpc AXP 150 and the DEC 2000 Model 3000 systems. 1–14 System Description... -
Page 31: Sample Eisa Option
Internal Options, continued Figure 1–5 shows a sample EISA option. EISA Option Illustration Figure 1–5 Sample EISA Option GA_EN00292A_93A System Description 1–15... -
Page 32: Internal Options, Continued
Internal Options, continued Internal Options, continued Memory The system currently supports two memory option sizes: Options • 16M-byte memory option • 64M-byte memory option Using these memory options, you can configure the system memory from 16M-bytes to 128M-bytes. Note DEC 2000 Model 300 AXP systems require a minimum memory configuration of 32M-bytes to run the OpenVMS or OSF/1 operating systems. -
Page 33: System Unit Key Information
System Unit Key Information System Unit Key Information This section shows the location of the key number on the system Summary unit key. You must record this number in case you need to order a replacement key. Important Caution Information Digital does not have a master key that opens all systems. -
Page 35: Using The System
Using the System Introduction This chapter describes how to position the system unit, turn it on or off, examine the results of the power-up tests, and boot the operating system. In This Chapter This chapter contains the following sections: • Choosing a Location for the System Unit •... -
Page 36: Choosing A Location For The System Unit
Choosing a Location for the System Unit Choosing a Location for the System Unit This section describes the locations and conditions that best suit Summary the system unit. Physical You must keep the system unit in a vertical position. Install the Orientation system unit feet to make it more stable and to prevent it from toppling. -
Page 37: Unsuitable Locations
Choosing a Location for the System Unit Unsuitable Table 2–2 lists the various locations where you must not operate Locations the system unit. Table 2–2 Unsuitable Locations Location Explanation Dirty or dusty Dirt and dust can damage the system locations components and clog the system unit air vents. -
Page 38: Ergonomic Considerations
Ergonomic Considerations Ergonomic Considerations This section describes how to adjust your posture and position Summary the components of the system for optimum comfort when you are using it. Positioning Figure 2–1 shows the optimal positioning for the system System components, desk, and chair relative to your posture. Table 2–3 Components explains the figure. -
Page 39: Moving The System Unit
Ergonomic Considerations Moving the The system unit is heavy. To avoid injury, get assistance from System Unit another person before trying to lift, move, or carry it. Positioning Figure 2–1 shows the optimal positioning for the system Illustration components, desk, and chair relative to your posture. Figure 2–1 Positioning the System Components GA_EN00389A_93A Using the System 2–5... -
Page 40: Turning The System On Or Off
Turning the System On or Off Turning the System On or Off This section describes how to turn the system on or off without Summary damaging any of the system components. Turning On the Table 2–4 lists the steps that you must follow to turn the system System Table 2–4 Turning On the System Step... -
Page 41: On/Off Switch Positions
Turning the System On or Off Figure 2–2 shows the system unit on/off switch in both the on On/Off Switch Positions position and the off position. Illustration Figure 2–2 On/Off Switch Positions GA_EN00296A_93A Using the System 2–7... -
Page 42: Openvms And Osf/1 Console Power-Up Test Displays
OpenVMS and OSF/1 Console Power-Up Test Displays OpenVMS and OSF/1 Console Power-Up Test Displays This section describes how to recognize when power-up tests Summary pass or fail in the OpenVMS and OSF/1 console. It also describes what to do if the system fails the power-up tests. Power-Up The power-up test display indicates tests that pass with the word Test Display... - Page 43 Example 2–1 OpenVMS and OSF/1 Console Power-Up Test That Passes This 1MB Flash contains BASE LEVEL n . n Jensen Console Code Jensen Alpha PC - Rom Version nn Digital Equipment Corporation System conducting power up tests ----------------------------------------------------------- Devnam Devstat...
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Page 44: Windows Nt Firmware Power-Up Test Displays
Windows NT Firmware Power-Up Test Displays Windows NT Firmware Power-Up Test Displays This section describes how to recognize when power-up tests pass Summary or fail in the Windows NT firmware. It also describes what to do if the system fails the power-up tests. Power-Up The power-up test display indicates tests that pass with the word Test Display... -
Page 45: Power-Up Test That Passes
Example 2–3 Windows NT Firmware Power-Up Test That Passes This 1MB Flash contains BASE LEVEL n . n Jensen Console Code Jensen Alpha PC - Rom Version nn Digital Equipment Corporation System conducting power up tests Press SPACEBAR to abort Memory Test ----------------------------------------------------------- Testing MEM .. -
Page 46: Summary
Booting Windows NT Booting Windows NT This section describes how to boot the Windows NT operating Summary system from the system disk. Windows The Windows NT operating system, if supplied, is factory- NT Factory installed on the system disk. Windows NT factory installed Installed software (FIS) saves you time when installing the system, Software... -
Page 47: Windows Nt Boot Menu
Booting Windows NT Table 2–8 Booting the Windows NT Operating System Step Action Result To boot the system using the default boot The system boots from the selection, choose the Boot Windows NT item system disk, using the default on the Boot menu and press Return. boot selection environment variables. -
Page 48: Booting Openvms
Booting OpenVMS Booting OpenVMS This section describes how to boot the OpenVMS operating Summary system from the system disk. OpenVMS The OpenVMS operating system, if supplied, is factory-installed on the system disk. OpenVMS factory installed software (FIS) Factory saves you time when installing the system, because you do not Installed Software need to install the operating system. -
Page 49: Booting Osf/1
Booting OSF/1 Booting OSF/1 This section describes how to boot the OSF/1 operating system Summary from the system disk. OSF/1 Factory The OSF/1 operating system, if supplied, is factory-installed on the system disk. OSF/1 factory installed software (FIS) saves Installed you time when installing the system, because you do not need Software to install the operating system. -
Page 51: Using Cd-Rom And Diskette Drives
Using CD-ROM and Diskette Drives Introduction This chapter describes the following CD-ROM and diskette drives: • RRD42 CD-ROM drive • RX26 diskette drive This chapter contains the following sections: In This Chapter • RRD42 CD-ROM Drive Description • Inserting a Compact Disc into a Caddy •... -
Page 52: Rrd42 Cd-Rom Drive Description
RRD42 CD-ROM Drive Description RRD42 CD-ROM Drive Description This section contains general information on the RRD42 CD- Summary ROM drive. It also identifies the controls and indicators on the drive. Description The RRD42 CD-ROM drive is a read-only device that can read information from 600M-byte compact discs. -
Page 53: Rrd42 Controls And Leds
RRD42 CD-ROM Drive Description Figure 3–1 shows the location of the controls and LEDs on the Controls and LEDs RRD42 CD-ROM drive. Illustration Figure 3–1 RRD42 Controls and LEDs GA_EN00297A_93A Using CD-ROM and Diskette Drives 3–3... -
Page 54: Inserting A Compact Disc Into A Caddy
Inserting a Compact Disc into a Caddy Inserting a Compact Disc into a Caddy This section describes how to insert a compact disc into a caddy. Summary Insertion Table 3–2 lists the steps that you must follow to insert a compact Procedure disc into a caddy. - Page 55 Inserting a Compact Disc into a Caddy Figure 3–2 shows how to insert a compact disc into a caddy. Compact Disc and Caddy Illustration Figure 3–2 Inserting a Compact Disc into a Caddy GA_EN00298A_93A Using CD-ROM and Diskette Drives 3–5...
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Page 56: Summary
Inserting a Caddy into the RRD42 CD-ROM Drive Inserting a Caddy into the RRD42 CD-ROM Drive This section describes how to insert a caddy containing a Summary compact disc into the RRD42 CD-ROM drive. Caddy Insertion Table 3–3 lists the steps that you must follow to insert a caddy containing a compact disc into an RRD42 CD-ROM drive. -
Page 57: Inserting A Caddy Into The Rrd42 Cd-Rom Drive
Inserting a Caddy into the RRD42 CD-ROM Drive Figure 3–3 shows how to insert a caddy containing a compact Caddy Insertion Illustration disc into the RRD42 CD-ROM drive. Figure 3–3 Inserting a Caddy into the RRD42 CD-ROM Drive GA_EN00299A_93A Using CD-ROM and Diskette Drives 3–7... -
Page 58: Removing A Caddy From The Rrd42 Cd-Rom Drive
Removing a Caddy from the RRD42 CD-ROM Drive Removing a Caddy from the RRD42 CD-ROM Drive This section describes how to remove a caddy containing a Summary compact disc from the RRD42 CD-ROM drive. Caddy Removal Table 3–4 lists the steps that you must follow to remove a caddy containing a compact disc from an RRD42 CD-ROM drive. -
Page 59: Removing A Caddy From The Rrd42 Cd-Rom Drive
Removing a Caddy from the RRD42 CD-ROM Drive Figure 3–4 shows how to remove a caddy containing a compact Caddy Removal Illustration disc from the RRD42 CD-ROM drive. Figure 3–4 Removing a Caddy from the RRD42 CD-ROM Drive GA_EN00300A_93A Using CD-ROM and Diskette Drives 3–9... -
Page 60: Rx26 Diskette Drive Description
RX26 Diskette Drive Description RX26 Diskette Drive Description This section contains general information on the RX26 diskette Summary drive. It also identifies the controls and indicators on the drive. Description The RX26 diskette drive is a 3.5-inch device that can read information from, and write information to, 3.5-inch 1.44M-byte high-density (HD) or 2.88M-byte extra-density (ED) diskettes. -
Page 61: Rx26 Controls And Leds
RX26 Diskette Drive Description Figure 3–5 shows the location of the controls and LEDs on the Controls and LEDs RX26 diskette drive. Illustration Figure 3–5 RX26 Controls and LEDs GA_EN00301A_93A Using CD-ROM and Diskette Drives 3–11... -
Page 62: Using The Rx26 Diskette Drive
Using the RX26 Diskette Drive Using the RX26 Diskette Drive This section describes how to insert diskettes into and remove Summary them from the RX26 diskette drive. Important Note Information Never remove a diskette while the diskette is performing a function. While the diskette is performing a function, the activity LED either stays on or flashes, depending on the function. -
Page 63: Inserting And Removing A Diskette
Using the RX26 Diskette Drive Insertion Figure 3–6 shows how to insert a diskette into and remove it and Removal from an RX26 diskette drive. Illustration Figure 3–6 Inserting and Removing a Diskette GA_EN00302A_93A Using CD-ROM and Diskette Drives 3–13... -
Page 64: Cleaning The Rx26 Diskette Drive Heads
Cleaning the RX26 Diskette Drive Heads Cleaning the RX26 Diskette Drive Heads This section describes how to clean the RX26 diskette drive Summary heads. The heads are the components of the RX26 diskette drive that read data from and write data to the diskettes. Digital recommends that, when cleaning the heads, you use Cleaning the RXA3K-HC head cleaning kit and follow the instructions... -
Page 65: Using Tape Drives
Using Tape Drives Introduction This chapter describes the following tape drives: • TLZ06 cassette tape drive • TZK10 QIC tape drive In This Chapter This chapter contains the following sections: • TLZ06 Tape Drive Description • Using the TLZ06 Tape Drive •... -
Page 66: Tlz06 Tape Drive Description
TLZ06 Tape Drive Description TLZ06 Tape Drive Description This section contains general information on the TLZ06 cassette Summary tape drive. It also identifies the controls and indicators on the drive. Description The TLZ06 is a tape drive that uses cassette tapes. The cassette tapes are industry-standard digital data storage (DDS) digital audio tapes (DATs). -
Page 67: Tlz06 Tape Drive Controls And Leds
TLZ06 Tape Drive Description Figure 4–1 shows the location of the controls and LEDs on the Controls and LEDs TLZ06 tape drive. Illustration Figure 4–1 TLZ06 Tape Drive Controls and LEDs GA_EN00303A_93A Using Tape Drives 4–3... -
Page 68: Using The Tlz06 Tape Drive
Using the TLZ06 Tape Drive Using the TLZ06 Tape Drive This section describes how to insert a cassette tape into and Summary remove it from the TLZ06 tape drive. Insertion Insert the cassette tape until the TLZ06 draws it in. When you Procedure insert the tape correctly, the tape/activity LED flashes dimly and then stays on. -
Page 69: Inserting And Removing A Cassette Tape
Using the TLZ06 Tape Drive Installation Figure 4–2 shows how to insert a cassette tape into and remove and Removal it from a TLZ06 tape drive. Illustration Figure 4–2 Inserting and Removing a Cassette Tape GA_EN00304A_93A Using Tape Drives 4–5... -
Page 70: Tzk10 Tape Drive Description
TZK10 Tape Drive Description TZK10 Tape Drive Description This section contains general information on the TZK10 tape Summary drive. It also identifies the controls and indicators on the drive. Description The TZK10 QIC tape drive is a quarter-inch cartridge, streaming tape drive. -
Page 71: Tzk10 Eject Button And Led
TZK10 Tape Drive Description Figure 4–3 shows the location of the controls and LEDs on the Controls and LEDs TZK10 tape drive. Illustration Figure 4–3 TZK10 Eject Button and LED GA_EN00308A_93A Using Tape Drives 4–7... -
Page 72: Inserting A Qic Tape Into A Tzk10 Tape Drive
Inserting a QIC Tape into a TZK10 Tape Drive Inserting a QIC Tape into a TZK10 Tape Drive This section describes how to insert a QIC tape into the TZK10 Summary tape drive. Insertion Table 4–4 lists the steps that you must follow to insert a QIC Procedure tape into a TZK10 tape drive. -
Page 73: Inserting A Qic Tape Into A Tzk10 Tape Drive
Inserting a QIC Tape into a TZK10 Tape Drive Insertion Figure 4–4 shows how to insert a QIC tape into the TZK10 tape Illustration drive. Figure 4–4 Inserting a QIC Tape GA_EN00309A_93A Using Tape Drives 4–9... -
Page 74: Removing A Qic Tape From A Tzk10 Tape Drive
Removing a QIC Tape from a TZK10 Tape Drive Removing a QIC Tape from a TZK10 Tape Drive This section describes how to remove a QIC tape from the TZK10 Summary tape drive. Removal Table 4–5 lists the steps that you must follow to remove a QIC Procedure tape from a TZK10 tape drive. - Page 75 Removing a QIC Tape from a TZK10 Tape Drive Removal Figure 4–5 shows how to remove a QIC tape from a TZK10 tape Illustration drive. Figure 4–5 Removing a QIC Tape GA_EN00310A_93A Using Tape Drives 4–11...
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Page 76: Cleaning The Tape Drive Heads
Cleaning the Tape Drive Heads Cleaning the Tape Drive Heads This section describes how to clean the tape drive heads. The Summary heads are the components of the tape drives that read data from and write data to the different types of tapes. Digital recommends that, when cleaning the heads, you use the Cleaning following cleaning kits:... -
Page 77: Removable Storage Media
Removable Storage Media Introduction This chapter contains information on the use and storage of the following media types that are used by the optional removable media storage devices: • QIC tapes • Cassette tapes • Diskettes • Compact discs This chapter contains the following sections: In This Chapter •... -
Page 78: Quarter-Inch Cartridge (Qic) Tapes
Quarter-Inch Cartridge (QIC) Tapes Quarter-Inch Cartridge (QIC) Tapes This section describes QIC tapes. Summary QIC Tape The TZK10 tape drive is shipped with a DC6525 QIC tape Compatibility (TZK1X-CC). Table 5–1 lists the other QIC tapes that are compatible with the TZK10 tape drive. Table 5–1 QIC Tape Compatibility Cartridge Maximum Capacity... -
Page 79: Handling And Storing Qic Tapes
Quarter-Inch Cartridge (QIC) Tapes Handling and Use the following guidelines when handling and storing QIC Storing QIC tapes: Tapes • Do not drop or strike the tape. • If a tape has been exposed to extreme heat or cold, allow it to stabilize at room temperature for the same amount of time as it was exposed, or at most, 24 hours. -
Page 80: Write-Protecting Qic Tapes
Write-Protecting QIC Tapes Write-Protecting QIC Tapes This section describes how to use the write-protect switch on the Summary QIC tape. Write-Protect You can write-protect a QIC tape to prevent accidental Switch overwriting or erasure of the data on that tape. Before using Positions a QIC tape, check the position of the write-protect switch ( ). -
Page 81: Write-Protect Switch Illustration
Write-Protecting QIC Tapes Write-Protect Figure 5–1 shows the two positions of the write-protect switch on Switch a QIC tape. Illustration Figure 5–1 QIC Tape Write-Protect Switch Positions SAFE SAFE GA_EN00312A_93A Removable Storage Media 5–5... -
Page 82: Cassette Tapes
Cassette Tapes Cassette Tapes This section describes cassette tapes. Cassette tapes are Summary industry-standard digital data storage (DDS) digital audio tapes (DATs). Cassette Tape The TLZ06 cassette tape drive is shipped with a 90-metre (m) Compatibility TLZ06-CA 4-mm tape. You can also use the TLZ06 with the 60-m TLZ04-CA tape. -
Page 83: Handling And Storing Cassette Tapes
Cassette Tapes Handling Use the following guidelines when handling and storing cassette and Storing tapes: Cassette Tapes • Do not drop or strike the tape. • If a tape has been exposed to extreme heat or cold, allow it to stabilize at room temperature for the same amount of time as it was exposed, or at most, 24 hours. -
Page 84: Write-Protecting Cassette Tapes
Write-Protecting Cassette Tapes Write-Protecting Cassette Tapes This section describes how to use the write-protect switch on the Summary cassette tape. Important Caution Information Do not use a pencil to slide the write-protect switch. Graphite dust can damage the cassette tape. Write-Protect You can write-protect a cassette tape to prevent accidental Switch... -
Page 85: Cassette Tape Write-Protect Switch Positions
Write-Protecting Cassette Tapes Write-Protect Figure 5–2 shows the two positions of the write-protect switch on Switch a cassette tape. Illustration Figure 5–2 Cassette Tape Write-Protect Switch Positions GA_EN00313A_93A Removable Storage Media 5–9... -
Page 86: Write-Protect Switch Positions
Diskettes Diskettes This section describes 3.5-inch diskettes. Summary Diskette Table 5–5 lists the diskettes supported by the RX26 diskette. Compatibility Table 5–5 Diskette Compatibility Capacity (Megabytes) Diskette Unformatted Formatted RZ24K—Double-sided, double 0.72 density (2DD) RX23K—High density (HD) 1.44 RX26K—Extra density (ED) 2.88 Handling Keep the diskettes dry, out of extreme temperatures and direct... -
Page 87: Inch Diskette Write-Protect Switch Positions
Diskettes Write-Protect Figure 5–3 shows the two positions of the write-protect switch on Switch a 3.5-inch diskette. Illustration Figure 5–3 3.5-Inch Diskette Write-Protect Switch Positions GA_EN00314A_93A Removable Storage Media 5–11... -
Page 88: Compact Discs
Compact Discs Compact Discs This section describes how to handle and store compact discs. Summary Handling You must take the following precautions when handling compact and Storing discs and caddies: Compact Discs • Do not drop the disc or the caddy. •... -
Page 89: Compact Disc And Caddy Illustration
Compact Discs Figure 5–4 shows the compact disc, the caddy, and the shutter. Compact Disc and Caddy Illustration Figure 5–4 Compact Disc, Caddy, and Shutter GA_EN00315A_93A Removable Storage Media 5–13... -
Page 91: Connecting To External Ports
Connecting to External Ports Introduction This chapter describes the following: • How to connect peripherals, including the console terminal, to the serial ports on the system unit • How to connect a peripheral to the parallel port on the system unit •... -
Page 92: Before You Begin
Before You Begin Before You Begin This section describes information that you must know before Summary you begin connecting external peripheral or network cables to the system unit. Parallel and All standard systems have two serial ports and one parallel port. Serial Ports However, if the system is a DEC 2000 Model 3000 AXP system with a console terminal attached, only one serial port is available... -
Page 93: Terminal Settings
Serial Port Terminal Settings Serial Port Terminal Settings This section describes the settings that the terminal must have Summary to display the system console displays. Terminal Table 6–1 lists the terminal settings and values that allow the Settings terminal to display the system console displays. Table 6–1 Terminal Settings Terminal Setting Value... -
Page 94: Connecting A Peripheral To A Serial Port
Connecting a Peripheral to a Serial Port Connecting a Peripheral to a Serial Port This section describes how to connect a peripheral that uses a Summary serial port, for example, a terminal. Connection Table 6–2 lists the steps that you must follow to connect a peripheral to a serial port on the system unit. - Page 95 Connecting a Peripheral to a Serial Port Figure 6–1 shows how to connect a peripheral to a serial port on Connection Illustration the system unit. Figure 6–1 Connecting a Peripheral to a Serial Port GA_EN00319A_93A Connecting to External Ports 6–5...
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Page 96: Connection Procedure
Connecting a Peripheral to the Parallel Port Connecting a Peripheral to the Parallel Port This section describes how to connect a peripheral that uses the Summary parallel port, for example, a printer. Connection Table 6–3 lists the steps that you must follow to connect a peripheral to the parallel port on the system unit. -
Page 97: Connecting A Peripheral To The Parallel Port
Connecting a Peripheral to the Parallel Port Figure 6–2 shows how to connect a peripheral to the parallel Connection Illustration port on the system unit. Figure 6–2 Connecting a Peripheral to the Parallel Port GA_EN00318A_93A Connecting to External Ports 6–7... -
Page 98: Connecting External Scsi Devices
Connecting External SCSI Devices Connecting External SCSI Devices This section describes how to determine whether you need to Summary connect external SCSI devices to the system. It also describes the information that you need to order these external SCSI devices from your Digital sales representative. Deciding on The system unit contains at least one SCSI option board. -
Page 99: Specifying Scsi Cables
Connecting External SCSI Devices Your Digital sales representative can help you to specify the Specifying SCSI Cables correct cable required to connect the external SCSI devices to the system unit. Before calling your sales representative, make sure that you know the part number and name of the SCSI option board. -
Page 100: Connecting The System To A Network
Connecting the System to a Network Connecting the System to a Network This section describes how to connect the system to a network. It Summary also describes the information you need to order network option boards from your Digital sales representative. The system must contain an appropriate network option board Network Option before you can connect it to a network. -
Page 101: A Associated And Related Documents
The following documents contain information on the DECpc AXP Documents 150 and DEC 2000 Model 300 AXP systems: • DECpc AXP 150 and DEC 2000 Model 300 AXP Installation Information (EK-A0635-IN) • DECpc AXP 150 and DEC 2000 Model 300 AXP Customer Technical Information (EK-A0636-TM) •... -
Page 102: Related Documents
Related The following documents contain information that is related to Documents the system: • TZK10 Cartridge Tape Drive Owner’s Guide (EK-TZK10-OG) • TLZ06 Cassette Tape Drive Owner’s Manual (EK-TLZ06-OM) • RX26 Diskette Drive Owner’s Reference Card (EK-RX26D-RC) • RRD42 Disc Drive Owner’s Manual (EK-RRD42-OM) A–2 Associated and Related Documents... -
Page 103: Glossary
Glossary The glossary defines some of the technical terms used in this manual. 10BASE-T An IEEE standard 802.3-compliant Ethernet network made of twisted pair Ethernet cables. See also twisted pair. 802.3 An Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) standard describing the physical and data link layers of a local area network based on bus topology and Carrier Sense Multiple Access/Collision Detect (CSMA/CD). - Page 104 bandwidth Bandwidth is often used to express the rate of data transfer in an I/O channel. This usage assumes that a wide bandwidth may contain a high frequency, which can accommodate a high rate of data transfer. baud rate The speed at which data is transmitted over a data line. Baud rates are measured in bits per second.
- Page 105 cache memory A small, high-speed memory placed between slower main memory and the processor. A cache increases effective memory transfer rates and processor speed. It contains copies of data recently used by the processor and fetches several bytes of data from memory in anticipation that the processor will access the next sequential series of bytes.
- Page 106 console mode The state in which the system and the console terminal operate under the control of the console program. console program The code that the CPU executes during console mode. console terminal The terminal connected to the console subsystem. The console is used to start the system and direct activities between the computer operator and the computer system.
- Page 107 device name The name by which a device or controller is identified in the system. diagnostics Programs, located in read-only memory, that detect and identify abnormal system hardware operation. See ROM. disk A flat circular plate with a coating on which data is magnetically stored in concentric circles (tracks).
- Page 108 environment variable Global data structures that can be accessed from console mode. The setting of these data structures determines how a system powers up, boots operating system software, and operates. Ethernet A local area network that was originally developed by Xerox® Corporation and has become the IEEE 802.3 standard LAN.
- Page 109 hard disk See disk. head The part of a fixed disk drive, diskette drive, or tape drive that reads, records, and erases data. Also called read/write head. IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers. Industry Standard Architecture. A 16-bit bus standard introduced with the IBM®...
- Page 110 memory module A printed circuit board that contains additional memory for the system. module A printed circuit board that contains electrical components and electrically conductive pathways between components. A module stores data or memory or controls the functions of a device. network A group of individual computer systems that are connected by communications lines to share information and resources.
- Page 111 • Interact with users in a style that facilitates user portability OpenVMS AXP operating system Digital’s open version of the VMS operating system, which runs on Alpha AXP machines. See also open system. PALcode Alpha AXP Privileged Architecture Library code, written to support Alpha AXP processors.
- Page 112 read-only memory (ROM) See ROM. RISC Reduced instruction set computer. A computer with an instruction set that is reduced in complexity. Read-only memory. A memory whose contents cannot be modified during the normal use of the system. The system can use the data contained in a ROM but cannot change it.
- Page 113 thickwire An IEEE standard 802.3-compliant Ethernet network made of standard Ethernet cable, as opposed to ThinWire Ethernet cable. Also called standard Ethernet or 10Base-5. Contrast with ThinWire. ThinWire A Digital trademark used to describe its 10BASE-2 (IEEE standard 802.3 compliant) Ethernet products used for local distribution of data.
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Index BOOT command OpenVMS, 2–14 Boot selections Activity LED Windows NT, 2–12 diskette drive, 3–10 Busy LED function on diskette drive, 3–12 CD-ROM drive, 3–2 Adapters function on CD-ROM drive, 3–6 serial port adapter (H8571-J), 6–4 SVGA, 1–4 Air circulation for system unit, 2–2 Cables Applications... - Page 116 Cassette tape drive (cont’d) Compact disc read-only memory tape/activity LED function, 4–4 See CD-ROM tape/activity LED location, 4–2 Compact discs TLZ06, 1–12 See also Caddy troubleshooting information, 4–2 capacity, 3–2 unload button function, 4–4 handling and storing, 5–12 unload button location, 4–2 inserting into a caddy, 3–4 write-protect LED function, 4–4 uses, 3–2...
- Page 117 DEC OSF/1 AXP support, 1–5 See OSF/1 troubleshooting information, 3–10 DECchip 21064, 1–2 Diskettes DECpc AXP 150 capacities, 3–10 architecture, 1–2 compatibility with RX26, 5–10 back panel controls and indicators, 1–10 handling and storing, 5–10 back panel ports and connectors, 1–8 inserting into a diskette drive, 3–12...
- Page 118 See FIS back panel, 1–10 Features front panel, 1–6 DEC 2000 AXP system, 1–4 Industry standard architecture DECpc AXP 150, 1–4 See ISA Feet Internal options, 1–12 to 1–16 installing on system unit, 2–2 File servers, 1–3 expansion slots, 1–4 options, 1–14...
- Page 119 Keyboard connector location and description, 1–8 See Windows NT Keylock location and description, 1–6 Keylock indicator On/off switch location and description, 1–6 location and description, 1–6 using, 2–6 OpenVMS BOOT command, 2–14 See Local area network booting from disk, 2–14 LEDs client/server support, 1–2 See also Diagnostic LED display...
- Page 120 OSF/1 (cont’d) Print servers, 1–3 client/server support, 1–2 Printer port default settings, 2–15 See Parallel port factory installed software, 2–15 Privileged architecture library code, 1–2 terminal support, 1–2 OSF/1 console power-up test that fails, 2–9 power-up test that passes, 2–9 QIC tape drive power-up tests, 2–8 controls and LED, 4–6...
- Page 121 Storage guidelines (cont’d) scsi QIC tape, 5–3 tape drives, 1–5 Storage options, 1–12 SCSI Super video graphics array cable connectors, 6–8 CD-ROM drives, 1–5 See SVGA disk drives, 1–5 SVGA drive support, 6–8 video adapter, 1–4 external devices, 6–8 System unit internal devices, 1–5 choosing a location for, 2–2 option boards, 1–4, 6–8...
- Page 122 Windows NT firmware (cont’d) Troubleshooting power-up tests, 2–10 cassette tape drive, 4–2 Write-protect LED CD-ROM drive, 3–2 cassette tape drive, 4–2 diskette drive, 3–10 function on cassette tape drive, 4–4 QIC tape drive, 4–6 Write-protection Twisted pair cassette tape, 5–8 See 10BASE-T cassette tape switch positions, 5–8 TZK10...
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